Be Nice to People on the Way Up …

One of my clients recently told me a story that maybe you’ve heard a version of in your own life. I think it’s important enough to revisit. He told me about a salesperson in the banking industry who used to call on his company. The salesperson would come to their...

Scare Up Some Fun

Halloween is upon us! How are you going to dress up? Notice I didn’t ask if you’re going to dress up. That’s because I’m seriously suggesting that you do. Why not? It’s the perfect excuse to step away from the day-to-day and have a little fun—or maybe a lot of fun....

Secrets of Success

We’ve all read, watched on TV or seen on the Internet people who claim to know the “secrets of success.” They often talk about the two, three or four things you absolutely have to do in order to be successful. They tell you that you can get rich “flipping” houses....

The Two Sides of You

As a business coach, I get to observe; work with; and help people achieve their individual, department and leadership team goals. Those people in our coaching program know that means not only establishing worthwhile goals, but also working toward accomplishing a 7F’s...

Pat Sluder’s Lessons on Success

Part 2 of 2 I wrote about Pat Sluder in my previous blog post, telling you how this now 80-year-old sales leader has stayed relevant and successful in a highly competitive business. He’s made a name for himself as an old-school sales manager who preached activity and...